12 Traditional Sweets You Must Try In Jaipur

By: Toshita Sahni

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Jaipur is a veritable paradise for foodies. Along with its savoury street food options, you must explore the delectable range of traditional sweets available here:

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1. Ghewar

This iconic Rajasthani delicacy has several versions. Soaked in sugar syrup, it is often topped with rabri or dry fruits.

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2. Feeni/Fini

This is a crispy and delicate, vermicelli-like sweet, often served with warm milk for a rich, melt-in-the-mouth experience.

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3. Mawa Kachori

Jaipur is well-known for its many types of kachori, including sweet ones. Mawa Kachori is a classic indulgence you should not miss here.

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4. Gulab Sakri

This lesser-known Rajasthani sweet is a delight worth discovering.  Made with condensed milk solids, it is flavoured with saffron, cardamom, and rose water.

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5. Gajak

This crunchy winter treat is made with sesame seeds and jaggery. Eating gajak can feel like wholesome warmth for your body and heart!

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6. Mohanthal

This soft and chewy dessert is also known as Besan ki Chakki or Dilkushar. It is made with besan, ghee, mawa, sugar and cardamom powder.

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7. Ladoos

Gond ladoos, churma ladoos, moti boondi ladoos… There are various types of this sweet worth trying in Jaipur.

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8. Malpua

Shaped like a pancake, this traditional sweet dish has several varieties. In Jaipur, keep an eye out for Chhena Malpua, Rabri with Malpua, etc.

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9. Balushahi

This traditional sweet is popular in many parts of North India, including Rajasthan. It has a flaky texture and a doughnut-like shape.

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10. Different types of Halwa

Whether it's rich moong dal halwa or seasonal gajar halwa, ensure you don't leave Jaipur without savouring at least one type of halwa.

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11. Imarti

Often compared with jalebi, imarti has a coiled, flower-like shape. It is made with urad dal flour and has a dense chewy texture.

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12. Rabri

This is a classic North Indian sweet treat that can be relished in many ways. Rabri is also often combined with other delicacies like jalebi, malpua, etc. 

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